We take care of our sky and our earth
Good environmental practices
CAEI’s factory is a model of good environmental practices. We produce sugar following the social, environmental, and economic principles included in our strategic plan.
CAEI is committed to growing sugarcane and converting it into sugar by using natural resources in a rational manner and caring for the communities in which it operates. Therefore, we have adapted our processes to reduce atmospheric emissions, reuse waste, and reduce water use.
CAEI’s sugar complies with the most rigorous environmental indicators, thanks to the efforts of a great team that defends sustainable development as a guarantee of social well-being for present and future generations.
Our initiatives are recognized for their contributions to the 2030 Agenda
For three consecutive years, from 2020 to 2022, CAEI has been selected for the Catalogue of Promising Practices published by the National Council of Private Enterprise (CONEP) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), with the purpose of sharing outstanding actions from the companies most committed to implementing the 2030 Agenda in our country. CAEI was recognized for contributing to the advancement of SDGs 9 and 12 through initiatives such as implementing alternatives for the organic fertilization of sugarcane and pest control in sugarcane crops.
ProTerra
Social and Environmental Responsibility (2023)
First company in the Dominican Republic and the Caribbean region to be certified
This accreditation confirms that our management practices promote sustainable economic performance while encouraging social well-being and the preservation of the environment. Among the indicators met by CAEI are the absence of forced and child labor, as well as the existence of the free right to unionization. ProTerra Foundation is an independent nonprofit organization that advances and promotes sustainability at all levels of the food production system.
Bonsucro
Social, Economic, and Environmental Sustainability (2016)
First company in the Dominican Republic and the Caribbean region to be certified
This certificate recognizes our sugarcane production—from both our own farms and our main external supplier, La Finca Unidad—as sustainable, as well as its industrial processing for the production of sugar and molasses. Bonsucro is an international nonprofit organization that seeks to reduce environmental and social impacts in sugarcane production.
ISO 9001:2015
Quality Management (2015)
Its scope includes the production, milling, manufacturing, packaging, storage, and commercialization of all the sugar produced by CAEI. ISO 9001 is part of the set of international standards published by the International Organization for Standardization. This regulation certifies that our processes follow international quality standards.
ISO 14001:2015
Environmental Management (2016)
First Dominican sugar mill to obtain this certification
Through this standard, CAEI created its Environmental Management System and strengthened its environmental protection policy. The certification was granted for the production and commercialization of raw sugar, white sugar, and molasses. ISO 14001 is part of the set of international standards published by the International Organization for Standardization, an organization founded in Switzerland to create international standards.
ISO 45001
Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (2020)
This international standard governs the occupational health and safety management systems of companies with the aim of protecting workers and visitors from workplace accidents and illnesses. The standard focuses on ensuring a safe work environment and controlling factors that may cause injuries and diseases.
Occupational Health and Safety Regulations
Industrial hygiene and safety (2011)
CAEI belongs to the group of the first 40 certified companies in the country.
The Ministry of Labor, through its General Directorate of Industrial Hygiene and Health, ensures compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Norm of the Dominican Republic. This regulation governs the conditions under which productive activities must be carried out at the national level. CAEI was one of the first to receive this certification.
